old trip report - M/V Orlova

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My first polar cruise was on the Orlova in 2004, and I loved it. I am finally returning in January with a visit to FI, SGI and the peninsula. I found my old trip report, and it brought back great memories. The ship is no longer in service, but I hope this blog will give you an idea of what life is like on an Antarctica cruise ... including the difficulties you can encounter trying to get there.

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